“When nothing else worked, we created a holistic, hand-tailored program that saved Pax's life. At Passages, he and I use what we… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
To give up power to change for the better is inherently distasteful to everyone, and to force people to affirm that they… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“It is ethanol that everyone is after when they drink alcoholic beverages. That is what gives us the euphoric feeling, and that… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“Only discovering and healing the root causes of each individual's dependency puts an end to dependency. One-on-one sessions are key because the… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“Can you see that meetings and centers that don't address the real causes of dependency are almost certain to be little or… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“Treatment for dependency at substance abuse treatment centers must change if alcoholism and addiction are to be overcome in our society.” — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“The advertise their products in such a fashion as to make it seem wonderful to drink their ethanol products. It does not… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“If those underlying conditions aren't treated, the return of those symptoms may cause us so much discomfort that we'll go back to… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“AA purports to be open to anyone, as it is stated in Tradition Tree, "The only requirement for AA membership is a… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“If I were to create a word that more accurately describes alcoholism and addiction, I would say it was dependencyism. Sounds silly,… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“...there is a saying used in twelve-step programs and in most treatment centers that "Relapse is part of recovery." It's another dangerous… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
Think about the stigma that is attached to the idea that alcoholism is a disease, an incurable illness, and you have it.… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“In 1935, when there were no other programs, the founders of AA, Bill Wilson and Dr. Robert Smith, stepped up to the… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“People who are dependent are merely using alcohol as a crutch to get through the day. Yet doctors and scientists are still… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“Most centers offer a one-program-fits all type of service, which is rather like a department store that sells one-size fits all clothing.” — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
Your life today is the result of a series of decisions you made that have caused you to arrive where you are. — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“If who you are and what you have is what you want, that's perfect. Keep doing what you've been doing and you'll get more… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
When people who believe themselves to be addicts or alcoholics come under great stress or trauma, they mentally give themselves permission to drink or… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“The challenges and changes you meet are, in effect, hand delivered to you by a generous, loving Universe for the purpose of making you… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
Each river is different, but they all eventually lead to the ocean. No matter what we’re doing or when, or whether it brings us… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“Your perception of the world and the way you see yourself in it has created within your mind a concept, a philosophy, of the… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“Alcohol is the drug ethanol. They are one and the same. Alcohol is also called ethyl alcohol or grain alcohol. It is a chemical… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
Whatever you are trying to achieve in life, it is essential that you surround yourself with people who believe that what you seek and… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
The moment you make the internal changes necessary to obtain your goal, the outside world changes instantly. — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“Your actions create an "energy vortex" that draws in the necessary ingredients for your venture.” — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
“We like to take credit when we get a new idea, as if we originated the idea in our brain, but what we actually… — Chris Prentiss Copy Share Image
